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€1.97 · £1.67/l
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pricier than 83% of countries
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$2.16 /l
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Promobil magazine compared two upper-middle-class caravans, each about 7.5 meters long: the Fendt Tendenza 515 SG and the LMC Videro 510 E. Both models start at around €35,000 and feature combi heating and a compressor refrigerator. The main differences are in bed placement and design: Fendt has beds at the front, LMC at the rear, with Fendt favoring a traditional style and LMC a minimalist one.
A market overview of bicycle and e-bike trailers is presented. These models weigh between 50 and 100 kg and cost between 3,000 and 7,000 euros. Most are handmade by small companies. The overview highlights models with a slide-out, own motor, and gull-wing door.
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Market overview of bike caravans for e-bikes: weight 50–100 kg, price €3,000–€7,000. Swiss Alpencamper launches ECO model with slide-out module and toilet for €9,110.
German outdoor retailer Globetrotter has started selling the Wide Path Camper, a trailer for e-bikes. The model transforms from a compact 1.5-meter-long trailer into a full mini-caravan in three minutes. It features a sliding hard-shell construction with up to 300 liters of storage under the bed. The manufacturer warns against use on rough forest roads; the price in Germany is €4,865.
The tested Subaru Forester 2.0ie (2026) showed limited suitability for towing a caravan. It has a 136 hp petrol engine with CVT and electric motor, all-wheel drive, and 22 cm ground clearance. Weak acceleration, fuel consumption of 13.9 L/100 km while towing, and a small 48-litre tank reduce range. The 1200-euro towbar allows towing up to 1870 kg.
The Garmin Camper 795 MT-D EU is a specialized navigation system for motorhomes and caravans. It warns about low bridges, height and weight restrictions, and environmental zones. In testing, the device correctly identified height limits in nine out of ten cases but occasionally made errors, such as declaring a campsite access road a no-go zone. The system also draws significant power from the vehicle's electrical system.
The Epson EpiqVision Mini EF-12 projector has been tested for suitability in motorhomes and caravans. The device features a compact design, low noise levels, and a built-in Android TV system for direct streaming. Automatic image correction compensates for uneven placement inside the vehicle.
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German manufacturer LMC has unveiled the updated Innovan Pure 600 campervan based on the Citroën Jumper. It measures 5.99 m, has a permissible mass of 3.5 t, and a base price of about CZK 1.21 million. The model sleeps up to three people and includes a kitchen block and a compact bathroom.
The increase in electric vehicles is driving demand for compatible caravans. The review features six trailer models focusing on low weight (from 750 to 1350 kg) and aerodynamic shapes to reduce air resistance. Prices range from €15,000 to €37,000, with key features including gas-free equipment, compact layouts, and in one case, a built-in lithium battery.
Austria
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Dethleffs expands the Globebus Performance lineup: a 4x4 version based on the VW Crafter with reinforced suspension, and front-wheel drive T16 and T46 models that are €17,000 cheaper.
IMTEST tested the partially integrated Etrusco T7.3 SF motorhome based on a Ford Transit. The 7.34-meter-long vehicle received a 'satisfactory' rating (2.6) due to a wobbly table, a small kitchen work surface, and issues with the quality of the waste tank compartment, despite spacious sleeping and sanitary areas.
Promobil magazine tested five cordless handheld vacuums for cleaning motorhomes. The test included models Eufy Clean H2O, Kärcher CVH 2 Premium, Rowenta X-Touch AC9736, Severin HV7146, and Vorwerk Kobold VC100, priced between 90 and 129 euros. Key evaluation criteria were suction power, battery life, included accessories, and usability in confined spaces.
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Kia has raised the maximum towing weight for the EV3, EV4, and EV5 electric vehicles, while the updated EV6 received high marks in a caravan test
German manufacturer Kompanja offers two camper models for different needs. The Kompanja Eins, based on the Renault Trafic and approximately 5 meters long, is positioned as more suitable for daily use, while the Kompanja Zwei, based on the Citroën Jumper and 5.4 meters long, offers more living space and comfort but costs about €11,000 more.
IMTEST tested the Forster V 599 VBL camper van based on the Citroën Jumper. The six-meter van priced at €54,040 received a rating of 2.9 ("satisfactory") due to cramped bunk beds up to 1.9m long and outdated base technology lacking a rearview camera.
The article features the ARI 458 Pro Campingmobil, considered the smallest motorhome in Germany. Its length of 3.82 meters defines the compactness of its interior space.
The ADAC regional club is conducting free inspections of cars and motorhomes in April. The mobile service unit will operate at various locations in Berlin and Brandenburg.
IMTEST tested the Sunlight CLIFF 540 RT Adventure Edition camper van. The 5.4-meter-long model based on the Fiat Ducato with a 140 hp engine offers four sleeping berths, including a large pop-up roof bed measuring 2x1.5 meters. The test vehicle was priced at 61,985 euros.
Promobil magazine compared three typical German caravans approximately 7 meters long with identical floor plans. The Dethleffs Summer Edition 470 FR, Knaus Südwind 500 FU, and Fendt Bianco Selection 465 SFB models, despite sharing a standard design with a U-shaped sofa and a French double bed, are aimed at different buyers and feature differences in details.
On April 30, the Erwin Hymer Museum will host a workshop on retrofitting maneuvering systems. A recent test ranked the Enduro EM203 model at €789 as the best.
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